Passengers must hold an appropriate travel pass or ticket, which has been validated for the trip.

Travel is free for children under four years of age (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Children aged four to fourteen years inclusive, are eligible for concession fares. They do not need a concession card to travel on a concession fare.

Metcards must be validated when entering a railway station or each time a passenger boards a tram or bus. It is an offence to travel without a valid ticket, and penalties of up to $500 are applicable if detected travelling without a correct, validated ticket.

Metcards purchased on board trams and buses are already validated, and do not need to be validated again on that vehicle. However, if you transfer to another train, tram or bus, the Metcard must be revalidated on that next service.

More information about refunds and replacements for Metcards and V/Line tickets
More information about luggage allowance
More information about Authorised Officers and passengers' rights and responsibilities

More information about all rules and regulations concerning public transport can be found in the Victorian Fares and Ticketing Manual